Koki‘o ‘ula (Hibiscus clayi)

Hawaiian name: Koki‘o ‘ula
Botanical name: Hibiscus clayi
Family:: Malvaceae, Mallow family
Status: Endemic, Endangered
Where found: Eastern Kaua‘i
Water/Light: Full sun/part shade, dry to moist
Elevation range: 690 – 1,050’
Height: 12’ – 25’ with a 10’ spread

Notes: There are seven native Hawaiian Hibiscus, but many more subspecies, most native to one island. This endangered species has dwindled to a population of four plants on eastern Kaua‘i. It has an upright, columnar growth habit with elegant, thin petaled red flowers.

Location
The Garden is located at 150 Kanaloa Avenue in Kahului, Maui, right across from the War Memorial Stadium.
(808) 249-2798

Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Saturday,
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed occasionally for inclement weather and Hawaii State Holidays.

Admission
Members:   Free
General:   $10
Keiki Under 12:   Free
Kama'aina:   Free
(with Hawai'i ID)

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